Screen Door Pearl District

2 hour rate skipped over several times but if you have a party of 2 or a reservation absolutely amazing food

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 2

Recommended dishes: Chicken & Waffles Meal, Breakfast Potatoes, Fried Chicken Dinner, Fried Chicken Sandwich, Screen Door Breakfast Sandwich, Mac & Cheese, Chicken Tenders

get a reservation, get there early or expect to maybe wait. this is a well trafficked eatery that puts out incredible food. on the morning I ate here I opted for the Bananas Foster French Toast with bacon and an Espresso Martini... Some of the best French Toast I've ever had. Make sure you get the bacon though to provide the saltiness to offset some of the sweetness.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bananas Foster French Toast

I had heard a lot about Screen Door in Portland, but unfortunately, my experience was nothing short of a disaster. The food was shockingly bad—completely overrated and lacking any real flavor. The famous fried chicken was greasy and overcooked, while the sides were bland and under-seasoned. Even the mac and cheese, which should be a staple, tasted like something out of a box. It was a total letdown.

However, the food wasn’t even the worst part—the service was abysmal. Our server was inattentive, rude, and seemed utterly uninterested in doing their job. We waited almost 30 minutes just to place our order, and when the food finally arrived, it was lukewarm. Trying to get anyone’s attention for water refills or the check felt like an impossible task. It was as if the staff didn’t care whether we were there or not.

I rarely write reviews, but this experience was bad enough to warrant one. Save your time, money, and appetite and skip Screen Door. It’s not worth the hype.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

The service was okay, the food tho, oh my god. Please come try it, it is absolutely delicious. Made me feel like I was back in the south.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Holy moly y’all treat yourselves to this yummy yummy food!! Also the kitchen was female dominated which was super cool to see. Just so good, also worth it if you can manage to come on a weekday morning you can hopefully evade crowds. Super cute place and great service too! Cant recommend enough!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Potatoes, Buttermilk Biscuit

The food was heavy but very delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Screen Door in Portland is a true treasure for anyone craving authentic Southern comfort food. Their Chicken & Waffles are legendary-crispy, perfectly seasoned fried chicken paired with fluffy waffles and a drizzle of syrup that strikes the ideal balance between savory and sweet. The Lowcountry Shrimp & Grits is another standout, with tender, flavorful shrimp nestled in creamy, rich grits, topped with a savory sauce that's pure Southern magic.

The Black-Eyed Pea Fritters are a must-try side, packed with traditional seasoning and a depth of flavor that's both hearty and nostalgic. And, of course, you can't leave without trying their Pecan Pie-a decadent masterpiece with a buttery crust and a gooey, nutty filling that's just the right amount of sweet.

Screen Door's welcoming atmosphere, generous portions, and dedication to soulful flavors make it a top choice for comfort food in Portland. Whether you're there for brunch, dinner, or just dessert, it's an unforgettable experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken & Waffles Meal, Shrimp & Grits, Buttermilk Biscuit

I'd say 3.5 stars, but they won't let me! Building is awesome, service was almost perfect, but the menu is very limited and we didn't have a single item that we thought "we're coming back again for this". Ordered the salmon, house salad, fries, and mac 'n cheese, plus bread pudding for desert.

We'd heard about Screen Door for some time, almost went to the E. Burnside location a few weeks ago, ended up going to the NW Couch location the other night.

We were let down, but I'd go again if the menu evolved and the food was higher end.

Parking: Street parking, pay meters during required times, busy area.

Kid-friendliness: Plenty of room, plenty of kids when we were there.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Delicious southern food in hefty portions with lively atmosphere. BBQ ribs have a nice zing to the sauce. Hard to believe this is Portland!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The eggs benedict are incredible. Lots of waiting but got a table outside instantly. There’s heaters so the cold is tolerable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great food. The chicken is top notch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Chicken & Waffles Meal, Chicken-Fried Steak

Incredible food. As a southerner who lives in NY now, and was visiting Portland for a week, seeing a good southern restaurant was a blessing and reminder of home. The shrimp and grits was 😙🤌🏼 and I highly recommend it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Shrimp & Grits

I really enjoyed the service and the food . As a southerner, I recommend this place.

I was lucky enough to score a walk-in table last weekend. It exceeded my expectations! I don't have photos, but the rockfish sandwich was stellar — crunchy, hot and crispy, melty yet fresh. The bananas foster french toast was so good, coming from someone who doesn't particularly like sweet things. I would definitely come back and try more menu items. The service was good despite the restaurant being packed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Potatoes, Bananas Foster French Toast

Absolutely exceeded expectations. Cole was so sweet and made sure we were taken care of from start to finish.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Biscuits & Gravy